Assistant/Associate Professor, Health & Society in Asia

Euraxess; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) invites applications for an Assistant / Associate Professor in the School of Social Sciences and the Centre for Health, Culture, and Society (CHCS). The role focuses on health, society, and Asia, addressing ageing, chronic illness, and shifts toward community and preventive care.

This appointment strengthens links between social sciences and health sectors in Singapore.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in a social science discipline relevant to health.
• Candidates trained in sociology, social epidemiology, public health, health services research, demography and population studies, health psychology, health economics, social policy, or medical anthropology are welcome, provided the research relates to the social determinants of health.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and publish internationally recognised research in leading journals and with major academic presses.
• Build and sustain networks with healthcare practitioners, cultural institutions, and community organisations.
• Pursue internal and external research funding as Principal Investigator and contribute to collaborative bids.
• Supervise postgraduate students and provide mentorship and pastoral support.

Education

Ph.D. in a social science discipline relevant to health

Job description

Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) invites applications for an Assistant / Associate Professor in the School of Social Sciences and the Centre for Health, Culture, and Society (CHCS). The role focuses on health, society, and Asia, addressing ageing, chronic illness, and shifts toward community and preventive care.

This appointment strengthens links between social sciences and health sectors in Singapore.